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1934 - 2011
 Funeral services for Hubert Anderson Black, 77, of Silsbee will be 10am Saturday, December 10, at First Assembly of God Church under the direction of Farmer Funeral Home. Interment will follow in Resthaven Cemetery. Visitation will begin 5pm Friday at the funeral home.
Born September 27, 1934, in Polk County, to Rev. Dock and Loach Black, he passed peacefully on December 5, 2011 after a brief stay at Silsbee Convalescent Center. Mr. Black was preceded in death by his parents and loving wife of 52 years Johnnie Elaine Swilley Black. He was also preceded in death by brothers Gerald Black, Daniel Black, Carl Black and wife Betty, sister Ruby and husband RF Modisette, niece Belinda Steptoe and great niece Cari Ferguson and brother in law James Seaman.
Mr. Black is survived by his daughter Rhonda B. and son in law Manuel Padilla, Jr. and his "prince" and only grandchild Manuel Anderson Padilla all of Silsbee. He is also survived by his siblings Rev. Dee T.Black and wife D.J. Black, Marlene and husband Manuel Ray Steptoe, sister in law Melba and husband Rev. Ray Hundley, brother in law Jimmy and wife Jimmie Sue Swilley, nieces and nephews, Pat and Hal Greer, Judy and George Crocket, Kathy and Steve Myers, Elizabeth and Ronnie Sowell, Kristi and Shawn Myers, Travis and Karen Black, Jeff Black, Gina Black, Bruce and Tammy Steptoe, Alton Ray and Ann Steptoe, Michael and Terrie Black, Faith Ferguson, Lane and Pat Ramsey, Michelle Swilley, Jason and Sunny Swilley, Gary and Shelia Seaman and a host of great nieces, nephews and great grand nephews and nieces.
Hubert made his home in Silsbee in 1969 with his wife Elaine and daughter Rhonda and opened Blacks Generator and Starter Service Station which they successfully ran for 35 years. Mr. Black was always involved in Church activities, youth sponsor, Sunday School Superintendent and in his later years Men's fellowship, Arch Angel MM, seniors singing group, and street ministry services. Hubert loved to cook and take his keyboard to play and sing. He was very involved in Church and never met a stranger. He and his grandson Trey took many adventures, they enjoyed bicycling, swimming, Wal-Mart, the park, gardening, the post office and just about anything Trey wanted to do. We would like to thank the staff of Silsbee Convalescent who brought him back to us for a short time before he was called home and the loving care they gave him and us on a daily basis. Daddy, Gindaddy, brother, uncle and friend we love you and miss you.
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There are currently 13 condolences.
Suzanne Barfield
Friday December 23, 2011 at
1:25 PM
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Rhonda, I am sorry that I could attend the funeral of your father. My thought and my prayers and with you in this time.
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Suzane Barfield
barfieldre@yahyoo.com
Friday December 23, 2011 at
1:23 PM
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RHONDA,
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Wilson Neyland
wilsonneyland@gmail.com
Monday December 12, 2011 at
10:25 AM
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Rhonda-
So sorry for your loss. Your father was a true gentleman. I will never forget the great kindness he showed to my grandmother, Lucille Wilson, and to my mother, Yvonne Neyland. They were both loyal customers and thought a lot of your family. He will be truly missed.
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Sandy Stewart
Friday December 9, 2011 at
6:51 PM
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We will keep you in our prayers.
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Diane Rutledge
Friday December 9, 2011 at
6:50 PM
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He will be missed. Our prayers are with you.
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Rita and Tim Herrington
Friday December 9, 2011 at
4:28 PM
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Rhonda,
We are so sorry for your loss. Going to heaven is what your dad looked forward to since Elaine's passing. We will always be thankful for the jobs they gave us to help us pay for our wedding.
Wonderful memories!
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Mary Spears Zalar
maryzalar11@gmail.com
Wednesday December 7, 2011 at
11:05 PM
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Rhonda, I'm so sorry to hear of your fathers passing. You and your family are in my thoughts and prayers. Please know that I am here for you.
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Johnanna Luna
Wednesday December 7, 2011 at
2:15 PM
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Rhonda, I am so sorry about the passing of your father. I remember so well you parents at New Covenant directing childrens church, singing and learner Bible verses. He is rejoicing with the Lord right now. May God Bless you and your family at the this time. Praying for you all.
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Peggy & Ron Scarborough/Georgetown, TX
rowdygurl@aol.com
Wednesday December 7, 2011 at
10:50 AM
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What sweet memories we have of Mr. & Mrs. Black! The two of them watched over our three girls, when it came to teens driving cars, as we did. He never wanted them to be stranded with car problems. I know Elaine was happy to meet him. Our hearts reach out to the family, from across the miles, at this time.
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Rick & Jan Partain
Wednesday December 7, 2011 at
10:22 AM
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Mr Black was a very kind and helpful man, his family will all be in our thoughts and prayers in the coming days.
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Richard and Janet( Worsham) Standley
Tuesday December 6, 2011 at
9:35 PM
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Rhonda,
Our thoughts and prayers are with you. He will be missed by all. May the Holy Spirit give you comfort. Janet and Richard Standley
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Diane Smith
Tuesday December 6, 2011 at
8:54 PM
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Rhonda will be praying for your family in your time of need, may god bless you
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Pat & Betty Richardson (Pantego, TX)
Tuesday December 6, 2011 at
8:13 PM
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Hubert was our neighbor and our mechanic when we last lived in Silsbee in the late 1970's. We will remember him and Elaine always. Our prayers are for Rhonda and family and for the many friends the Blacks made over the years.
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